Model year guide

2002 Land Rover Freelander

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Land Rover Freelander is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

2002 Land Rover Freelander — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Land Rover Freelander at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints226
Combined17 mpg
Typical price$1,789

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 Land Rover Freelander recalls 3

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #07V041000 · 09/02/2007

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY REMAIN ILLUMINATED EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS NOT DEPRESSED. HILL DESCENT CONTROL (HDC), TRACTION CONTROL (TC) AND CRUISE CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS MAY ALSO BE ILLUMINATED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE LAMP OPERATION AND WHERE REQUIRED, ADJUST AND/OR REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES WITH NEW SWITCHES OF THE SAME DESIGN UNTIL A NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LAMP SWITCH IS AVAILABLE IN MAY 2007. OWNERS WILL THEN BE RE-NOTIFIED TO BRING THEIR VEHICLES IN FOR THE NEW BRAKE LIGH…

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #05V300000 · 28/06/2005

ON CERTAIN FIVE DOOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IT IS POSSIBLE TO OPERATE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE DOOR WHEN THE CHILD SAFETY LEVER IS IN THE "ON" POSITION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE LATCH ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Structure:body:roof And Pillars NHTSA Campaign #04V347000 · 12/07/2004

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE FREE MOTION HEAD FORM REGISTERED A MEASUREMENT MARGINALLY ABOVE THE PERMITTED 1000 HEAD IMPACT CRITERIA. AT THE LEFT AND RIGHT HAND A-PILLAR TRIM AREA.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE A-PILLAR TRIM WITH A REVISED COMPONENT THAT ENABLES THE VEHICLE TO FULLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 201. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2002 Land Rover Freelander common problems

Owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2002 Land Rover Freelander MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,850

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2002 Land Rover Freelander worth?

Low
$750
Typical price
$1,789
High
$4,200

From 18 comparable 2002 Land Rover Freelander listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Land Rover Freelander costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,250
Fuel only$24,250
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Land Rover Freelander trims & engines on record

Trims
SE · S · HSE
Engines
2.5L 6-cyl

2002 Land Rover Freelander vehicles on record

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2002 Land Rover Freelander — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Land Rover Freelander have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Land Rover Freelander. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Land Rover Freelander?

Owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, engine and engine cooling, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Land Rover Freelander get?

The 2002 Land Rover Freelander has a U.S. EPA estimate of 17 mpg combined (15 city / 19 highway).

How much is a 2002 Land Rover Freelander worth?

Comparable 2002 Land Rover Freelander listings run roughly $750–$4,200, typically around $1,789 (from 18 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.